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SUMMARY:Beginner’s Watercolor en Plein Air
DESCRIPTION:Connect with nature through art in this engaging, hands-on workshop designed for aspiring botanical illustrators. Set amidst the inspiring plant collections of Selby Gardens, you will learn the timeless art of painting en plein air directly from live subjects. Guided step-by-step, you will master essential watercolor techniques, including smooth washes, seamless blending, and strategic layering, while learning to harness light and shadow through tonal values. No prior experience or materials needed — just bring your enthusiasm! \n\nGeneral admission is included in the course fee. We encourage you to come early and enjoy the Gardens before class.\nAll materials and supplies for this workshop are included in the tuition. If you have your own preferred materials, you are welcome to bring them.\nA portion of this class takes place outdoors. Please check the weather and wear or bring any items you will need to be comfortable in an outdoor setting.\n\n \nAbout the Instructor:   \nCris Godoy is a botanical watercolor artist and instructor based between Florida and Rio de Janeiro whose teaching journey spans Europe, Asia, South America, and her local home in Florida conducting workshops at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. Grounded in the high standards of the Society of Botanical Artists (UK), Cris views watercolor as both a fun, creative adventure and a practice in deep awareness, inviting us to slow down, observe the present moment, and connect with nature and one another. Through delicate layering and expressive color, she brings students together to contemplate the vibrant beauty, geometry, and life force of the botanical world. \nFor further questions regarding Beginner’s Watercolor en Plein Air, reach out to programs-classes@selby.org. \n
URL:https://selby.org/events/beginners-watercolor-en-plein-air/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Classes
LOCATION:1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
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